stjorthotic Chapter 26 Father-in-law Praises Talent
Chapter 26 Father-in-law Praises Talent
The aroma of roasted lamb filled the entire private room, and it sizzled as it was sliced with a knife.
In the past, mutton was a luxury. Even if you had enough food coupons and money, you had to wait for several months to eat a meal of mutton.
With increased marketization, anyone with money can afford to eat roasted lamb.
The delicious roasted lamb was right in front of them, but the atmosphere in the private room was somewhat strange.
Secretary Hu was diligently preparing the whole roasted lamb, and even specially cut the lamb meat into shreds.
But no one touched their chopsticks, not even Gao Xin, who always loved roasted lamb.
The only sounds in the private room were the fan turning and the sound of cutting roasted lamb.
"Dad, you told me to call them over, and they've arrived."
Gao Xin looked at the silent Gao Guoqiang, coughed twice, and finally broke the awkward atmosphere.
They called the person over, but the person didn't speak. What's going on?
Are you married?
"Not yet, are you married yet?"
"They should be married. This is my daughter."
The two chatted idly, not even understanding what they were saying.
When Gao Guoqiang first met his daughter's boyfriend, Wang Yang, his background check and first impression were both very good, which left Gao Guoqiang somewhat at a loss.
Gao Guoqiang was able to calmly review countless regional planning reports in the planning bureau and coordinate the development of the entire Liwan District.
But Gao Guoqiang couldn't make up his mind when faced with his grown-up daughter.
There seems to be no reason why I disagree with their relationship; Wang Yang is a nice person too.
He agreed to their relationship, but Gao Guoqiang had just lashed out at Gao Xin about the matter at noon, so he couldn't say anything.
Now, being single-minded has become a double-edged sword.
"Brother Gao, Ah Xin, and Wang Yang, right? Roasted lamb should be eaten while it's hot."
"By the way, Ah Xin, how did you and Wang Yang meet?"
In critical moments, the secretary has to step in to put out the fire.
"Uncle Hu, what's there to say? He was my deskmate in school, he explained problems to me, and he made me laugh..."
Gao Xin immediately started chattering away, her face beaming with happiness.
The days of studying were tough, but they are always memorable, filled with fond memories of the people and events of that time.
One small thing after another eventually led to Gao Xin's secret crush on Wang Yang.
"I didn't realize you liked this kid so much."
Gao Guoqiang listened with great interest and even started eating roasted mutton.
When Gao Xin was in junior high school, it was a crucial period for Gao Guoqiang's career advancement, and he missed his daughter's youth.
"Ah Xin, but I remember you've only been on Chun'an Street for a few weeks, right?"
Seeing that the atmosphere had eased, Secretary Hu quickly asked the most crucial question.
When did the two of them get together?
"Your Uncle Hu is right, Ah Xin. Although you've known each other for a long time, it's been years since we last met, and you've only been on Chun'an Street for a few weeks. Isn't that a bit too fast..."
Following up on the conversation, Gao Guoqiang quickly pressed for more information.
That's what he's most concerned about.
The two have been together too quickly; she's probably being deceived by Wang Yang.
Even towards those he has high hopes for, he remains somewhat wary; this has long been Gao Guoqiang's way of dealing with people.
"this…"
Gao Xin felt a little embarrassed and didn't know what to say.
Gao Xin couldn't very well say that she had only met Wang Yang a few times, that her feelings for him had rekindled, and that they had gotten together.
That's how feelings are; if two people like each other, they don't need to meet a few times to be together.
"I will take responsibility for this relationship."
Wang Yang finally spoke at this moment, his tone unusually firm.
Although Wang Yang is still quite far from being as powerful as the Gao family.
But with the auto repair industry booming and the cooperation with Hong Kong businessmen secured, Wang Yang is sure to rise to the top and catch up.
"Take responsibility? What makes you think you can take responsibility? As far as I know, you're just an apprentice at a car repair shop."
Gao Guoqiang was a responsible person, and he was clearly a little angry when he heard this.
The word "responsible" is not something to be said lightly; it requires concrete actions.
Even if Wang Yang gets approved for the auto repair shop, he will still be an apprentice at a repair shop that privately installs motorcycles.
This is not a sustainable business, which naturally angered Gao Guoqiang.
"Father, what are you saying? What's wrong with being an apprentice?"
Gao Xin was clearly unhappy, believing that Gao Guoqiang was looking down on Wang Yang.
"Brother Gao, calm down. Isn't the young man about to open a car repair shop? It's a pretty stable business."
Secretary Hu quickly tried to smooth things over, but things only got worse.
Although Wang Yang's business operates in a gray area, given the shortage of talent in mainland China, he still needs to focus on cultivating local talent.
Moreover, Wang Yang's ability to modify motorcycles indicates that he is not an ordinary repair shop apprentice.
For such talents, one should either take decisive action or try to recruit them for one's own use.
"This is an investment from a Hong Kong businessman. I have already reached a cooperation agreement with Zhongce Group from Hong Kong Island."
Wang Yang took out a piece of paper from his pocket; it was a remittance slip given to him by Huang Hongguo.
"What? You're not kidding, are you?"
Gao Guoqiang was taken aback, thinking that Wang Yang was bragging.
As the director of the planning bureau, Gao Guoqiang naturally knew about the situation of Zhongce Group because he came into contact with various Hong Kong businessmen.
Although not comparable to the four major families, Zhongce Group is still considered a giant among Hong Kong businessmen because its boss, Huang Hongnian, is one of the richest people in Singapore.
It's simply unbelievable that a Hong Kong businessman like that would invest in a car repair shop.
"Wang Yang, right? I understand you want to prove yourself, but lying is not a good habit."
Secretary Hu had just thought this young man was quite good and had great potential.
Of all the things they could do, they had to lie.
Like Gao Guoqiang, Secretary Hu also did not believe Wang Yang's explanation.
"This is…"
However, when Secretary Hu took the remittance slip and looked at it closely, he was instantly stunned.
The remittance slip is genuine, for 50,000 yuan, and it bears the red seal of Zhongce Group and Huang Hongguo's signature.
"What are you standing there for? Let me see."
Gao Guoqiang reached out and grabbed it, then looked on incredulously.
The remittance slip turned out to be genuine; Wang Yang had actually secured a partnership with a Hong Kong businessman.
Currently, major foreign and Hong Kong businesses are still in the initial stages of contacting and investigating the mainland market, and have not yet made any moves.
Although foreign and Hong Kong investment is an inevitable trend, those who can secure cooperation at this critical juncture are all top-notch talents.
"You're a real talent!"
Looking at the remittance slip, Gao Guoqiang's hands trembled, and his heart was filled with joy.
The planning bureau had been trying to persuade Hong Kong businessmen to invest for several months, but Wang Yang actually succeeded.
The consolidation of state-owned enterprises and the reform of systems are all signals from above that the government aims to optimize the domestic market, attract foreign investment, and ultimately connect with the international market.
The current planning bureau desperately needs experience in dealing with Hong Kong businessmen.
Wang Yang has both experience in cooperating with Hong Kong businessmen and technical expertise, making him a good fit for supporting local businesses.
This is the talent that Gao Guoqiang has been desperately seeking but could not find.
"Dad, does that mean you've accepted A-Yang?"
Gao Xin was very happy and grabbed Gao Guoqiang's hand.
Before this, Gao Xin was afraid that Gao Guoqiang would break her up with Wang Yang.
That's great!
"I didn't say I accepted him..."
"But this kid is really talented, I won't stop you."